$429,000
3 Bed 2 Bath Pool SingleFamilyResidence for Sale in LAKE BABCOCK, FL
16248 Palmetto Street, Punta Gorda, FL, 33982
About this home
ACCEPTING BACK UP OFFERS. PRICED TO SELL- LOWEST PRICED POOL HOME IN BABCOCK. This property offers a picturesque Florida backdrop with a pool and preserve views. Featuring new custom closets and elegant flooring in the bedrooms, this home is ready for its next owners. Babcock Ranch, a renowned solar community, offers residents extraordinary amenities. Located in Lake Babcock , this home features 1,911 sq ft, this 3-bedroom plus den floor plan blends functionality and comfort. The den with barn door provides a private office or flex space, while each bedroom includes custom built-in closets. The open-concept kitchen features a center island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, pantry, and natural gas for cooking. Sliding glass doors open to a covered lanai and private screened pool facing a preserve that cannot be built on, offering lasting privacy and natural views. Structural and efficiency upgrades include impact windows and doors, tankless water heater, smart-home technology, tile flooring in main areas, and luxury vinyl plank flooring in all bedrooms (no carpet). The primary suite includes a large walk-in closet and a bathroom with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. Lake Babcock residents enjoy access to amenities such as a community pool, clubhouse, playground, and tennis courts, along with parks, restaurants, and the extensive trail network throughout Babcock Ranch. Conveniently located 0.4 miles to Publix, Starbucks, Ulta, Homegoods, Ace Hardware, restaurants and Square Scoops Coffee & Ice Cream, with easy access to Cypress Park and Founders Square. Includes professional photos and video tour for additional details and layout. Factual data only- for verification, see MLS attachments.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 2022
- Interior
- 1,911 sqft
- Lot size
- 8,276.4 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.19 acres
- Garage
- 2 car
- Days on market
- 90
- Total association fees
- $3,612/yr (~$301/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $6,006/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors
- Exposure
- East
- Waterfront
- No
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Call, Conditional
- County
- Charlotte
Total association fees sums the core association dues the MLS feed provides (HOA, condo/master association, and land lease), normalized to a yearly figure. These are separate from and additional to specialty charges — mandatory club or food-and-beverage minimums, special assessments, and rec-lease fees — which the IDX feed does not carry. Always confirm the full fee schedule with the HOA or listing agent.
Maintenance included in the fee
What the association dues cover, per the MLS. Confirm the full schedule with the HOA.
Amenities
Based on the $/sqft of 10 comparable homes sold nearby in the last 12 months. Indicative, not an appraisal.
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Recently sold nearby
Closed comparable sales within ~1 mile in the last 12 months — similar price, size, beds/baths, and age.
| Address | Sold | Sold price | Beds/Baths | Sq ft | $/sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16160 Lotus Way | Jan 2026 | $430,000 | 4/3 | 2,027 | $212 |
| 44296 Frontier Drive | Aug 2025 | $369,980 | 4/2 | 1,908 | $194 |
| 44340 Kelly Drive | Dec 2025 | $397,300 | 4/2 | 1,850 | $215 |
| 17019 Cottontail Circle | May 2026 | $420,000 | 3/2 | 2,088 | $201 |
| 17011 Cottontail Circle | Apr 2026 | $479,990 | 3/3 | 1,971 | $244 |
| 17012 Cottontail Circle | Apr 2026 | $399,990 | 4/2 | 2,103 | $190 |
| Average | 6 comps | $416,210 | $209 |
Market trends — Punta Gorda
Median of closed MLS sales each month over the available window. Months with too few sales are omitted; the range extends automatically as more sales close.
Live area medians from the MLS · see all listings. Indicative, not an appraisal.
Price & status history
Down $87,000 (17.4%) from the original list price.
| Apr 6, 2026 | Sold | $412,000 |
| Feb 3, 2026 | Price reducedfrom $449,000 | $429,000 |
| Nov 18, 2025 | Listed | $499,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Built 2022 — post-2002 Florida wind codes (typically lower insurance)
- Private pool
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
- 2-car garage
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities — approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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